What happens when a quiet Canadian pastor steps into the rising tide of global antisemitism?

Chris Byberg isn’t looking to be a hero. He’s looking to be a friend.

A friend to rabbis. A friend to Jewish neighbors. A friend who refuses to stay silent.

In this gripping conversation, Chris shares his personal transformation - from growing up in a Jewish neighborhood to standing on the front lines of spiritual warfare in Parliament Hill. 

He talks about the fear that silences pastors, the indifference that numbs the Church, and the quiet strength of showing up, again and again, in the name of love.

He reminds us that allyship isn’t found in hashtags. It’s forged in fire. In tears. In prayer.

In the kind of bold friendship that lays down comfort for covenant.

Key Takeaways

• Antisemitism is rising. Silence isn’t neutral - it’s deadly.


• The Church must act. Too many believers don’t know where to start. Chris offers a path.


• Friendship is the bridge. Real impact starts with real relationships.


• Prayer is protest. And protest, in God’s kingdom, looks like love.


• You don’t need all the answers. Just the courage to stand with the people God calls His own.
  
  

Chapter Markers

00:00 – Who is Chris Byberg?

02:00 – Antisemitism in Canada post-Oct 7

05:00 – A pastor’s perspective: fear in the Church

07:15 – From Jewish neighbors to real friendship

09:30 – Why prayer isn’t passive

12:00 – How to engage during the High Holy Days

15:10 – “For me, I turn the other cheek. For you, I fight.”

18:45 – Call to the next generation

21:00 – A vision for revival through reconciliation

Want to rediscover the Jewish roots of your faith?

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→ Learn more about Chris Byberg’s work and how you can stand with Israel at nhop.ca.